Devotionals

There are seasons of my life when I struggle with anxiety. Fear just comes over me because I am overwhelmed by my situation. Not only do I begin to wonder if God hears my prayers, but I also question if He understands that my prayer needs an answer … like yesterday! As I reflect on

I hope you enjoy this conversation (and hopefully get inspired too) with Tiffany Jo Baker , host of “All the Things” TV video podcast and author of “Soul-Care for Go-Getters”. If you have been a part of our Whispers & Fringes community for a week, a month or years, you know our top priority is

“Anything we give to God, He gives back to us.” Listen in on my conversation with Rachael Adams, a writer and host of “The Love Offering” podcast! In this clip, we explore love offerings from my point of view … including who has been one to me, my favorite Biblical example and how we can

It’s frustrating when we deal with the same battles over and over again. It’s comforting to know that God still “values” us! “He is not impressed by the strength of a horse; He does not value the power of a man. The Lord values those who fear Him, those who put their hope in His

Along with recess and pizza day, ‘Show & Tell’ always made for a fun time at school. One particular morning, I planned to share my recent vacation adventure with my fourth grade class. When my turn FINALLY came, I walked excitedly toward the front, only to hear a little boy groan and complain, “Ugh… she

You have probably heard of a woman named Ruth in the Bible, but what about her sister-in-law, Orpah? Don’t worry if you said no. You are not the only one. Some decisions impact a moment. Others will define our lives. That was the case for Ruth, Orpah, and me. A big thank you to Lighthouse

It sounds simple enough but the consequences were detrimental. “But Amnon had a friend…” 2 Samuel‬ ‭13:3‬ ‭This friend, Jonadab, was described as a “crafty” man. This isn’t Pinterest crafty. It was more like “cunning” or “shrewd” according to other translations. Jonadab offered Amnon some absolutely horrible advice. Unfortunately, Amnon listened, and followed through with

“I think we’re more different than we are alike…” I brushed off my husband’s comment. I admit that I felt a bit hurt… but the more I thought about it, I realized he was right. I can sit through a Hallmark movie marathon, he prefers anything involving the Mafia. I like chicken, he likes steak.

We all have these people in our lives.  ?People who we wonder if they’ll actually show up when they said they would. ?People who tend to back out of a project after they’ve committed. ?People who promise you something then don’t ever seem to deliver. People who don’t keep their word. •Yes, things come up and life happens.

As a kid, I remember showing up to church early. In fact, sometimes we were the first ones there.  My parents weren’t the pastors. I don’t really remember if they even had a title at that point. So, why did they show up early?  To set up the chairs.  Our little church was renting a